Family life consultants offer summer programs Published May 20, 2010 Airman and family readiness center KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- During June and July, military family life consultants are giving a series of presentations to strengthen family and workplace relationships. Each 50-minute program is at 1 p.m. at McBride Library. June 4 -- "Coping with Transition" addresses the inevitability of change and focuses on different coping mechanisms that can create a smooth transition. June 11 -- "Building Your Child's Self-Esteem" covers the meaning of self-esteem, factors that affect self-esteem, the connection between self-esteem and behavior and 10 ways to build your child's self-esteem. June 18 -- "Fatherhood" discusses the life-altering changes parenthood brings, the many blessings and challenges inherent to becoming a military parent and ways of bonding and staying connected during deployment. June 25 -- "Conflict Resolution" addresses types of conflict in the workplace, conflict styles, responses, communication techniques and possible resolutions. July 2 -- "Leadership through Teamwork" reviews the elements of effective leadership and being a successful member of a team. July 9 -- "Coping Strategies for the Uncertainties of Life" explores the difficulties of failed expectations and explores use of effective coping strategies. July 16 -- "Bully-Busting Activities for Children" guides children through discovery, positive action and resolution to deal with bullying. "Bullying: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers" defines bullying, how to detect bullying and how to prevent the behavior. Addressing and preventing bullying is the key to developing healthy coping mechanisms. July 23 -- "Diversity and Tolerance" includes states of diversity and tolerance, symptoms of intolerance, and how to make a personal decision toward change. July 30 -- "Deployment Survival" offers pre-deployment considerations, tips for managing the separation and staying in touch. For more information, call the airman and family readiness center, 376-8728.